Production has kicked off on the final episodes of the popular series Yellowstone, signaling the beginning of the end of the show’s remarkable run. Once again, cameras are rolling in Montana for the second half of its fifth season. The initial eight episodes of this season aired between November 2022 and January 2023, captivating audiences with its gripping storyline. Now, fans eagerly await the remaining six episodes, set to premiere on Paramount Network in November.
The journey to the conclusion of Yellowstone hasn’t been without its challenges. Production faced delays in 2023 due to the writers’ and actors’ strikes that brought much of Hollywood to a standstill. Additionally, reports emerged indicating that Kevin Costner, a central figure in the series, would be bidding farewell to his role in Season 5. Allegedly, Costner’s decision stemmed from his commitment to the epic Western feature Horizon, which demanded significant attention and would have clashed with his filming schedule for Yellowstone. Anticipation surrounds the release of Horizon, with Part 1 slated for June 2024 and Part 2 following in August. Costner recently premiered the first installment of Horizon at the Cannes Film Festival, hinting at the promise of additional films in the series.
As Yellowstone concludes its remarkable journey, Paramount has plans to expand the franchise with two new series set within its captivating world. 1944 and a contemporary series provisionally titled 2024 were announced in November 2023, but details remain scarce. 2024 is said to introduce fresh faces and settings while featuring some crossover characters from the original series.
The success of “Yellowstone” is credited to its creators, Taylor Sheridan and John Linson, who serve as executive producers alongside Costner and a talented team including Art Linson, David C. Glasser, Bob Yari, Stephen Kay, Michael Friedman, Christina Voros, and Keith Cox. The series is a product of MTV Entertainment Studios and 101 Studios, distributed by Paramount Global Content Distribution.
As production commences on the final episodes of Yellowstone, fans brace themselves for the culmination of a gripping saga while eagerly anticipating the next chapter in the franchise’s expansion.
Source: Variety
